Site Considerations
Floor Load
Refer to the Model Specification Comparison chart on Page 5 for the weight and footprint speci- fications of your machine. Some residential floors may require additional reinforcement to support both the machine and operator.
Placement Location
Consider existing and anticipated needs, size of material to be processed through each machine, and space for auxiliary stands, work tables or other machinery when establishing a location for your new machine. See Figures
B |
A |
Figure 11. Minimum working clearances.
Model | A | B |
G9860 | 80" | 35" |
G9860ZX | 80" | 35" |
G9953 | 99⁜1⁄2" | 45⁜1⁄2" |
G9953ZX | 99⁜1⁄2" | 45⁜1⁄2" |
G9953ZXF | 99⁜1⁄2" | 45⁜1⁄2" |
Figure 12. Minimum working clearances by
model.
Children and visitors may be seriously injured if unsuper- vised around this machine. Lock entrances to the shop or disable start switch or power connection to prevent unsupervised use.
Extreme Series Jointer (Mfg. Since 9/11)
Mounting to Shop
Floor
Although not required, we recommend that you mount your new machine to the floor. Because this is an optional step and floor materials may vary, floor mounting hardware is not included. Generally, you can either bolt your machine to the floor or mount it on machine mounts. Both options are described below. Whichever option you choose, it is necessary to level your machine with a precision level.
Bolting to Concrete Floors
Anchor studs and lag shield anchors with lag bolts (Figure 13) are two popular methods for anchor- ing an object to a concrete floor. We suggest you research the many options and methods for mounting your machine and choose the best that fits your specific application.
NOTICE
Anchor studs are stronger and more per- manent alternatives to lag shield anchors; however, they will stick out of the floor, which may cause a tripping hazard if you decide to move your machine.
Anchor Studs
Lag Shield & Bolt